Merivale, Christchurch

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149 days ago

Poll: What would bring you back to the city centre?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our CBDs have been making headlines lately – they’re not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
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What would bring you back to the city centre?
  • 25.7% Delicious eats: cafés, restaurants, and foodie hotspots
    25.7% Complete
  • 30.6% Retail therapy: clothing, shops, and unique finds
    30.6% Complete
  • 25.5% Things to do: cinemas, arcades, entertainment
    25.5% Complete
  • 18.2% Services & businesses: the practical stuff
    18.2% Complete
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143 days ago

Wallpaper rolls - ends

Angela from Merivale

Free. 2 wallpaper ends of rolls. One is floral - as in photo. The other is a dark blue ribbed paper. Both good condition.

Free

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143 days ago

Resene October Sale on now!

Resene

Save up to 30% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers, and sealers at Resene ColorShops!

Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint
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144 days ago

Dianella nigra (Inkberry)

Kelly from Bryndwr

Dianella nigra, a flowering native groundcover. It produces white flowers followed by bright purple berries, an ideal way to add colour to the garden. Grows in a wide range of conditions, reaching about 60cm in height and diameter. Mass-planted, it can effectively suppress weeds, making it a low … View moreDianella nigra, a flowering native groundcover. It produces white flowers followed by bright purple berries, an ideal way to add colour to the garden. Grows in a wide range of conditions, reaching about 60cm in height and diameter. Mass-planted, it can effectively suppress weeds, making it a low maintenance alternative.

Canterbury sourced. Pickup in Bryndwr, price is per plant, payment by cash or direct deposit. 40 available at time of listing.

Price: $6

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144 days ago

Rengarenga (native lily)

Kelly from Bryndwr

Rengarenga, ready to plant. Flowering native lily, hardy to a range of environments. $5 each, 40 in stock at time of listing.

Pickup in Bryndwr, payment by cash or bank transfer.

Price: $5

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144 days ago

Free banana boxes

Christina from Mairehau

16 banana box halves

438 Innes road mairehau

Inside because of wind

Contact first as have 3 dogs.

Free

144 days ago

Quality three tier planter🌿

Bruce from Edgeware

Various sizes made this one is 700 long x 200 wide boxes and stands at a metre , excellent for herbs etc

Price: $140

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145 days ago
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145 days ago

Toyota Aqua 2014

Eva Chriselda from Addington

This has been a great car and I’m selling it only because I’m upgrading. Being a hybrid, it’s very economical and perfect for both city driving and long trips.

Details:

Year: 2014
Odometer: 101,000 km (currently increasing with daily use)
Engine: 1490 cc
Transmission: Automatic
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This has been a great car and I’m selling it only because I’m upgrading. Being a hybrid, it’s very economical and perfect for both city driving and long trips.

Details:

Year: 2014
Odometer: 101,000 km (currently increasing with daily use)
Engine: 1490 cc
Transmission: Automatic
Registration valid until October 2025
WOF valid until Dec 2025
Push start/stop system installed for added safety

Extras:

Rhino roof racks installed and is ideal for carrying surfboards or larger items

Bluetooth and AUX connectivity

Japanese radio unit (limited NZ bandwidth but still receives a few stations)

Condition:
Overall in good condition and drives smoothly. There’s a scrape above the right rear tyre and a few minor scratches/dents, as shown in the photos.

Price: $8,000

145 days ago

DIY mini glasshouse makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Building your own glasshouse need not be a daunting task. Using recycled windows of equal size makes this project a whole lot easier. We painted ours in Resene Bilbao and Resene Bush. Find out how to create and paint your own mini glasshouse with these easy step by step instructions.

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145 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
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145 days ago

Keep your vehicle safe with the following tips ...

The Team from New Zealand Police

🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
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🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
🚗 Number plates secured with anti-theft screws (available at car accessory stores).
🚙 Alloy wheels secured with fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts.
🚗 Car ownership information stored at home, not in the vehicle.
🚙 Vehicle fitted with an anti-theft device, such as a steering wheel lock or alarm.
🚗 If the vehicle is keyless, ‘keys’ (or entry device) kept a safe distance from the car, away from doors & windows so the signal cannot be interfered with.
🚙 Get to know neighbours & their vehicles so you’ll know if you see something that doesn’t seem right.

Always report suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood.

If it's already happened, phone 105 or report at 105.police.govt.nz.
If it's happening now, call 111.

Want to make an anonymous report? Contact Crime Stoppers

For more tips on keeping safe, visit the police.govt.nz website.

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162 days ago

Scam Alert: Cryptocurrency

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

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Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.

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146 days ago

Poll: Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?

It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?

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Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊
  • 89.5% The Ocean!
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% Space!
    10.5% Complete
523 votes
146 days ago

Bake Cupcakes, Change Animals’ Lives

SPCA Cupcake Day

Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for… View more
Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for a donation, you’ll be part of a nationwide community making a real difference. Every cupcake counts so sign up today and help create a brighter future for animals in need.
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